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The story of Suzanna, the Modified Iraqi Falcon 50 Business Jet that almost Sank US Navy’s guided missile frigate USS Stark
Aviation History / Cold War Era / Losses and Aviation Safety

Suzanna, the Modified Iraqi Falcon 50 that almost sank USS Stark

By 
William Cobb
Jun 13 2026

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